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Old 10-31-2011, 09:42 AM
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Default Source for wing alignment pin (hex bolt)

My local Home Depot does not have 7/16 hex bolt that is long enough for this purpose. Is there an online source to get them (website & part no., if any)?
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Old 10-31-2011, 10:41 AM
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I have found that our local ACE hardware frequently has a far more complete selection of hardware than either Home Depot or Lowe's - you might check for a "Real" hardware store close by. I have a large selection of ground down bolts for wing alignment now (having done both large and small RV's.....the "large" bolts on the -3 were 3/8ths).
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Old 10-31-2011, 03:52 PM
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Default Local hardware store

Thanks to Paul's tip, I stopped by a Mom & Pop hardware store nearing work during lunch, and sure enough they have 7/16 5-inch bolts that looks right for the purpose. Paid a little over $5 including tax.
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